Software Design Engineer

TAY Recruitment Ltd; Hay Mills; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Hay Mills to develop and enhance embedded software for thermal management systems in the automotive industry. Ideal candidates have proficiency in C/C++, an understanding of electronic systems, and a relevant degree. Join a dynamic team working on innovative technologies with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Work on cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative and innovative engineering team

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of electronics and electrical circuits.
• Experience in automotive or industrial thermal systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop control strategies and algorithms for vehicle HVAC and thermal systems.
• Capture functional and software requirements.
• Design high-level control systems in embedded environments.

Skills

C/C++ for embedded systems

Understanding of electronics and electrical circuits

Embedded communication protocols (CAN, LIN, RS232)

Cybersecurity knowledge (UNECE R155/R156)

Knowledge of engineering processes (Waterfall, V-model, FMEA)

Understanding of electromechanical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Overview

ob Title: Software Development Engineer - Thermal Management Systems
Location: Small Heath
Full-Time | Permanent
Industry: Automotive / Industrial Engineering / Embedded Systems

About Us

Our client are a forward-thinking engineering company at the forefront of thermal management innovation. Their systems power next-generation HVAC, powertrain, and battery solutions across automotive and industrial sectors. They are now seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our dynamic Systems and Controls team and help shape the future of intelligent thermal control.

Role Overview

As a Software Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of embedded software solutions. You\'ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy high-quality applications that support our industry-leading products.

This role you will need to demonstrate your experience in manufacturing software relating to products rather than full stack development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control strategies and algorithms for vehicle HVAC, powertrain, and battery thermal systems.
• Capture functional and software requirements.
• Design high-level control systems and implement them in embedded environments using C/C++ (bare-metal and RTOS).
• Validate software at both unit and system integration levels.
• Maintain and document codebases using GitHub, ensuring reusability and reliability.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Support customer proposals, project planning, testing, audits, and technical documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded, real-time systems.
• Strong understanding of electronics, electrical circuits, and embedded communication protocols (CAN, LIN, RS232, etc.).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity (UNECE R155/R156) and functional safety (ISO 26262).
• Experience with high-level languages (e.g., Python, C#) is a plus.
• Knowledge of engineering processes (Waterfall, V-model, FMEA).
• Understanding of electromechanical systems (motors, servos, relays).
• Bachelor\'s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience in automotive or industrial thermal systems preferred.
• Familiarity with railway software standards (BS EN 50657, BS EN 50155) is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge thermal management technologies.
• Be part of a collaborative and innovative engineering team.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Competitive salary

This vacancy is being advertised by TAY Recruitment (An Employment agency) on behalf of our client. All vacancies are available and correct at the time of posting.

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